Luckily, Phillip had a chance to redeem himself with a jive routine near the end of the evening. Despite a slip in the dance, Phillip did remarkably well with the jive, even managing to put more of an entertainment value in his performance than Evan did in his jive a few weeks back. Jeanine sparkled in this number too, delivering a pert, entertaining performance that had the judges predicting that she would be part of the top 10.
I have to applaud the judges, Nigel Lythgoe; Mary Murphy; and last night, Tyce Diorio. Theirs is not an easy task. I think it would be easier for me to pick the one dancer I liked the least than the best dancer. Each contestant brings something to the table that is unique, and I predict that whatever their fates on the show, their professional dance careers will be assured. Even Mary Murphy’s screaming "hot tamale train" is no longer annoying, now that I have come to see how that recognition and assurance is valued and sought by the dancers. I enjoy watching the interaction between the judges and last night found myself amused when Mary called Nigel an English muffin. It’s all in good fun and adds to, rather than detracts from, the entertainment value of the show.
I also have to commend the host, Cat Deeley, who is adorable and fills her role as cheerleader for the dancers admirably. I greatly anticipate her wardrobe choices for each show, and this season has not come up with any clunkers. She has a unique and enjoyable personal style. She is witty and entertaining in her interactions with the judges and is always comforting and compassionate towards the dancers. Cat’s presence must be a blessing to them as they wait nervously to hear their fate for the following week’s show.
Watch FOX tonight for the live results show at 9:00PM, two more dancers will be eliminated from the So You Think You Can Dance roster, revealing the Top 10 dancers. Those 10 will continue in the competition and go on tour beginning in September. Info on the tour and the new Dizzy Feet Foundation dance scholarship and accreditation program can be found at FOX's website.
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1 - Patty Brisch
I enjoyed Cindy C.'s review of So You Think You Can Dance. Her comments were spot on.